Question 1

What are the specs of the NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

The NORTH STAR 26 has the following specifications: 26ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4ft draft, 4,598lb displacement, 2,000.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NORTH STAR 26 cost?

Accepted Answer

The NORTH STAR 26 has an average asking price of $192,782, with prices ranging from $192,782 to $192,782 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NORTH STAR 26 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by North Star Yachts Ltd.(CAN), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1976.

Question 4

Is the NORTH STAR 26 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NORTH STAR 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 17.32, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.17, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

The NORTH STAR 26 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.18, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 247.2, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NORTH STAR 26 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a NORTH STAR 26 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NORTH STAR 26 (26ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1750-$3100/year (based on $192,782 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26ft boat: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $22K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NORTH STAR 26 (26ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,700-$12,500/year. California: $4,400-$10,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,100-$7,800/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NORTH STAR 26 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the NORTH STAR 26.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NORTH STAR 26, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the NORTH STAR 26 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the NORTH STAR 26?

Accepted Answer

The NORTH STAR 26 has the following rig dimensions: I=31ft (foretriangle height), J=11ft (foretriangle base), P=26.5ft (mainsail luff), E=9.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 306.4 sq ft. Jib area: 170.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NORTH STAR 26 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NORTH STAR 26 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.32, capsize ratio 2.17, SA/disp 17.18, average price $192,782. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26 ft
LWL	20.25 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	4,598 lb
Ballast	2,000.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	31 ft
Jforetriangle base	11 ft
Pmainsail luff	26.5 ft
Emainsail foot	9.5 ft
FLforestay	11 ft
Mainsail	306.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	170.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	289.9 sq ft

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